B5 (250x176mm) Books
4pp Cover onto 200gsm Uncoated
92pp Inner pages onto 100gsm Uncoated (6mm spine)
Printed full colour throughout
Trimmed, collated and perfect bound.
Iselin Skuseth Flo, a Master’s student looking for Royal College of Art Final Major Project printing, embarked on a transformative journey to bring her vision to life. Her project, titled “A New Perspective,” is a B5-sized, perfect-bound book that serves as her final major project. This case study delves into the intricate process of turning her dream into a tangible masterpiece, with Ex Why Zed as her printing partner.
Iselin Skuseth Flo is a Norwegian-born visual communicator and graphic designer. Her passion for art and design was ignited during her early teenage years in California and further nurtured in the UK, where she pursued higher education. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Graphic Design from the University of Brighton and recently graduated with a Master’s Degree in Visual Communication from the Royal College of Art School of Design. Iselin is particularly interested in psychological topics, often incorporating them into her work. Her project, “The Modern Woman,” explores the representation of women in European magazine covers from the 1920s.
In the bustling heart of London, Iselin Skuseth Flo, an ambitious Master’s student at the prestigious Royal College of Art, was on a quest. With her final degree show looming from 29th June to 3rd July, she envisioned a tangible embodiment of her journey— a B5-sized book. As an embodiment of her academic prowess, she sought B5 book printing that reflected her meticulous vision: a perfect bound finish, uncoated papers, and a sturdy cover whose weight was yet to be decided. But her aspirations were nuanced; she didn’t desire a vast print run, perhaps only 2 to 5 copies. The blueprint of her 92-page masterpiece was ready, with the first and last pages designed as covers.
However, like any creator passionate about their work, Iselin had questions. While she had delved deep into the resources provided by Ex Why Zed, watching their informative videos and pouring over their Final Major Project Book printing guides, she sought clarity about the addition of cover pages. Had she missed a step? Was there a sequence to be maintained in the Royal College of Art Book Printing process?
Enter Ex Why Zed. Renowned for their expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness in the realm of custom book printing, they were the beacon of guidance for individuals pondering, “where can I print a custom book?” Through their interaction with Iselin, they didn’t just provide answers; they built a bridge between te RCA student’s vision and the tangible reality of print. Every query was addressed, every doubt dispelled, ensuring that Iselin’s academic journey was immortalized in print with the finesse and precision it deserved.
In this dance of dreams and ink, Ex Why Zed emerged not just as a printing company, but as the trustworthy custodian of a student’s aspirations, ensuring they resonated through every printed page and realising the goal of Royal College of Art Final Major Project Printing.
Glad this trend is catching – here’s Iselin Skuseth flows final major project, her photography final major project. Like an increasing number of self-publishers, Iselin has gone for a slightly thinner cover, which simply put, just makes it easier to open. The reader doesn’t have to battle and it actually flops back down again quite neatly afterwards.Uncoated for the cover and no need for a lamination on there either with it being so thin.
Glorious bold typography all the way through the final major project. This is a really well designed book full of sepia style browns and oranges on the photography. Lovely icons pop up throughout to guide the reader’s eye.
Hold on tight; we’re diving deep into this game-changer!
The author’s style is an enigma—minimal yet complex, sparse yet filled with nuance. Each page serves as a canvas for an eclectic mix of subject matters, from surreal landscapes to abstract concepts, creating a mesmerizing blend that keeps the reader hooked.
The montage-style spreads defy traditional grid systems, offering a visual experience that’s as unpredictable as it is engaging. This intentional chaos, when combined with meticulously curated subject matter, offers a riveting visual narrative.
This book is a typographic masterclass. The spreads feature robust, clean-cut fonts laid out on pristine white backgrounds. Each typographic choice is a statement, standing in stark contrast to adjacent images while offering a textual counterpoint to the visual cacophony.
Ex Why Zed makes a bold statement with a full-color print that serves as a testament to their print expertise. The palette isn’t just vibrant; it’s emotionally resonant, adding another layer of complexity to an already intricate design.
The B5 orientation augments the book’s design choices, providing ample space for the author’s visual and textual narratives to unfold. It’s not just a book; it’s a multidimensional experience.
The perfect binding doesn’t just hold the book together; it adds to its aesthetic and functional appeal. With a 6mm spine, the book feels solid in hand, and the pages lay perfectly, enhancing the reader’s tactile experience.
Here’s your playbook: start with a robust subject matter and a well-defined authorial style. Toss out the old grid system and embrace montage-style spreads. Elevate your design with strategic typographic choices and a vibrant colour palette. Finally, never underestimate the binding—it’s the glue that holds your masterpiece together.
With a 4pp cover onto 200gsm uncoated and 92pp inner pages onto 100gsm uncoated, Ex Why Zed has again showcased why they’re the print industry’s gold standard. The book is trimmed, collated, and perfectly bound—a hallmark of quality and precision but at a good price point and total cost to fall within a student budget.
So, ready to break the mold and redefine print design? Look no further than Ex Why Zed, where the only limit is your imagination. ?
Feeling inspired? Take that creative spark and fan it into a blazing inferno. With Ex Why Zed by your side, there’s no project too ambitious, no vision too grand. Dream big. Print bigger. ?✨
Inspired by Iselin’s journey? Ex Why Zed is your go-to partner for turning your creative vision into a printed reality. Check out Iselin Skuseth Flo’s other works and take the first step in your own creative journey today!
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